Non Judging Breakfast Pod

Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss an episode of Gossip Girl and share their thoughts and opinions on various aspects of the show. They talk about the characters, the plot, and the writing. They also touch on other topics such as streaming services and the works of Ernest Hemingway. The conversation is filled with humor and banter between the hosts. In this part of the conversation, t...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve dive into Season 2, Episode 4 of Gossip Girl, titled "The Ex Files." They explore the scandalous secrets, dramatic confrontations, and shifting power dynamics among the Upper East Side elite. From Vanessa discovering Katherine's affair with Marcus to Serena's unexpected rise as the new queen bee, the hosts break down every ju...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve discuss Season 2, Episode 3 of Gossip Girl titled 'The Dark Night'. They analyze the various storylines, including Dan and Serena's struggling relationship, Nate's complicated situation with Catherine and Vanessa, and Blair's manipulative actions. They also discuss the cameo appearance of Penn Badgley in a Ariana Grande music...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leaf and Steve discuss Season 2, Episode 2 of Gossip Girl. They analyze the relationships between the characters, the drama unfolding, and the questionable decisions being made. They also touch on the themes of old money vs. new money, the power dynamics between the characters, and the soap opera-like nature of the show. Throughout the epis...

Hey Upper East Siders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 2, episode 1, titled “Summer, Kin...

Summary In this episode, Leif and Steve discuss their overall thoughts on Season 1 of Gossip Girl. They talk about the potential alternative ways to break up Dan and Serena without the involvement of Georgina Sparks. They also discuss the chemistry between Chuck and Blair, the standout performances of Leighton Meester and Taylor Momsen, and the best and worst episodes of the season. They share the...

Hey Upper Eastsiders and scandal-loving listeners! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 1, episode 18, titled “Much I Do About Nothing.” Ori...

Hey Upper East Siders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 1, episode 17, titled “Woman on t...

Discussion on #LGBT themes surrounding coming out and being outed. Hey Upper Eastsiders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week,...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013. They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week t...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the OG Gossip Girl, one episode at a time. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 10, titled, Hi, Society . The TWoP episode description reads: Serena is roped into attending the Debutante Ball (YES!), by her crazy grandmother CeCe. Further proving her worth, CeCe despises Dan, which hurts his little feelings. Blair and Nate go together as friends...

 Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the OG Gossip Girl, one episode at a time. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 9, titled, Blair Waldorf  Must Pie! . The TWoP episode description reads: Dan stupidly invites Serena and the van der Woodsens to Thanksgiving at the loft, creating madness all around. Blair's gay dad stands her up for the holiday, causing her to go insane...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free afterwatch of the OG Gossip Girl . This week the guys break down Season 1, episode , titled, Seventeen Candles . The TWoP episode description : Nate -- surprise -- disappoints Blair on her birthday. Dan takes Vanessa to Blair's birthday party so that she and Serena will be bitches to each other. Jenny brings her mother home for a surprise visit which goes horribly...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free afterwatch of the OG Gossip Girl . This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 7, titled, Vitor, Vitrola . Serena and Dan finally acknowledge they are crazy about each other; Jenny discovers a secret about her parents; Blair is once again devastated by Nate's actions.   – IMdB Produced by Leif Capicola and Steve Marchion.  Edited and mixed by Leif Cap...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl . This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 6 titled “The Handmaiden’s Tale” Dan is torn between two girls when his childhood friend, Vanessa, returns home and declares her feelings for him. At the masked ball, Blair sends Nate on a scavenger hunt, but Nate is ultimately distracted by his feelings for Serena. Finally, Lily as...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl . This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 5 titled Dare Devil. Dan makes elaborate plans to impress Serena on their first official date; Jenny is invited to the infamous Blair Waldorf sleepover and finds herself in a high-stakes game of truth or dare; Lily discovers Eric missing from his treatment center, and seeks help fro...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl . This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 3 titled Poison Ivy Blair is thrilled when her mother, Eleanor, chooses her to be the new face of her clothing line; Serena and Dan are reminded once again that they come from two very different worlds; Nate and Chuck indulge in a boys' weekend to blow off steam after Ivy Week .&nbs...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 3 titled Poison Ivy Blair uncovers scandalous information about Serena; Dan sets his sights on impressing the Dartmouth representative.  – IMDB Produced by Leif Capicola and Steve Marchion. Edited and mixed by Leif Capicola. The Gossip Girl Theme Performed By Steve Marchion ⁠ In...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 2 titled The Wild Brunch. In the wake of the scandalous Kiss on the Lips party, Serena receives an icy cold reception from Blair Produced by Leif Capicola and Steve Marchion. Edited and mixed by Leif Capicola. The Gossip Girl Theme Performed By Steve Marchion Instagram & Tiktok -...

Trigger Warning : Discussion on Sexual Assault that happens in the episode. Leif and Steve do a spoiler free after watch of the OG Gossip Girl. The guys break down Season 1, episode 1 titled the Pilot. In this episode the privileged prep school teens learn that Serena van der Woodsen is back in town. Produced by Leif Capicola and Steve Marchion. Edited and mixed by Leif Capicola. The Gossip Girl T...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  Produced...